Gartner Expert
Denis Torii
Sr Director Analyst
Denis Torii currently covers ERP and EBC strategies, implementation methodologies and best practices for ERP application selection, implementation and support best practices.
Cloud ERP Strategies and vendors, ERP governance, third-party support for ERP are covered by him.
ERP megavendors (SAP, Microsoft, Oracle) application-related discussions are also part of his daily conversations with clients.
Industries that Mr. Torii worked with in the past include automotive, agribusiness, process manufacturing, CPG and public sector entities.
Previous experience
Before joining Gartner, Mr. Torii had several roles related to SAP ERP implementation initiatives (including global and complex deployments), from system integration expert to solution architect and project manager, including a sales executive position. He led multiskilled SAP functional teams, involving a diverse set of client industries, with strong experience in manufacturing companies (CPG, agribusiness and automotive).
Professional background
Accenture
Business and System Integration Manager
Accenture
Business and System Integration Consultant/Analyst
Areas of coverage
Application Leaders
Application and Product Portfolio Governance
ERP
Technology Marketing Effectiveness
Education
B.S., Electrical Engineering, Universidade de Sao Paulo (Poli-USP)
Top Issues That I Help Clients Address
1How are ERP megavendors (Microsoft, Oracle or SAP) latest ERP offerings positioned in the market, and how do we evaluate if they fit our postmodern ERP strategy?
2Does third-party support fit into my ERP strategy? What are the pros and cons of that approach?
3How to setup an ERP governance model that helps ERP strategies to be deployed and generate value across the application lifecycle?
4How to create a global ERP strategy that recognizes differences across different units and regions but at the same time seeks reasonable standardization across the enterprise?
5Do I really need an ERP strategy to start selecting my next ERP application? Why?